Lucid in Canvas
Through Canvas, UIW instructors and students now receive a free license to the Lucid Education Suite. Use Lucid to brainstorm and whiteboard in a digital space, collaborate with groups in real-time, create graphic organizers, and leverage customizable templates. You can embed Lucid documents using the Rich Content Editor (RCE), create individual assignments, and it's compatible with Speedgrader. This guide connects users to instructions for creating an account and getting started with the tool.
What is the difference between Lucidchart and Lucidspark?
Access Lucid in Canvas
To use Lucid, all users can find the tool in the Canvas Rich Content Editor or the instructor can add it to the course menu.
Lucid Option in the RCE
Create a Lucid Account
Use your UIW email to take advantage of the free education license.
Embed a Lucid Document with the RCE
After connecting your Lucid account to Canvas, you can embed new or existing Lucid documents into the Rich Content Editor in Canvas.
Create a Lucid Assignment
Instructors can create Canvas assignments from Lucid documents. This process makes a unique copy of a new or existing Lucid document for each student, allowing them to complete and submit their work directly in Canvas. Instructors can then grade the submissions in SpeedGrader.
Lucid FAQ
Who can use the Lucid integration in Canvas?
While all Canvas users have access to the Lucid integration in Canvas, users without a Teacher or Student role in Canvas will not receive the automatic upgrade to the full Lucid Education Suite for free.
Why are my students getting an error message from Lucid when they open an assignment?
This may be happening if you connected to Canvas with an existing Lucid account rather than signing up for the free upgrade to the full Lucid Education Suite.
Why am I getting an error message when attempting to access Lucid from Canvas?
This may be happening if you have third-party cookies disabled on your browser. Follow the steps in the Troubleshooting: Enable third-party cookies article, refresh your browser, and try again.
How do I make Lucid documents more accessible?
Digital accessibility ensures all users can interact and learn from your content. When creating a document that will be viewed by others, there are many ways you can use existing Lucid features to make it more accessible to viewers with different needs. Follow Lucid's tips to improve accessibility for others.
Can my students access Lucid's AI features?
Lucid’s AI features are hidden when Lucid documents are accessed through Canvas, whether it is embedded using the Rich Content Editor or as an assignment. If you want your students to have access to AI, they can do so by opening the document in Lucid rather than in Canvas.
